Postdoctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellow position to work with Prof. Benjamin Thompson in the Department of Geography and Resource Management at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

Applicants should have (i) a PhD in Human Geography, Conservation Science, Environmental Studies, Finance, Business, or a related discipline (ii) an outstanding track record of publications (ideally in Q1 journals as first-author) (iii) strong interdisciplinary skills (iv) an excellent command of written and spoken English and (v) the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Those with demonstratable skills in (1) financial accounting, financial analysis, and/or financial modelling (2) collecting and analysing qualitative interview data and (3) data extraction for document analysis and systematic reviews are welcome to apply. Geospatial skills are also welcome if relevant to the fields of biodiversity finance and environmental governance.

The appointee will be responsible for (a) conducting high-quality data collection and analysis in biodiversity finance and environmental governance (b) contributing to the writing of journal articles, research proposals, and presentations and (c) performing other research-related duties as required.

CUHK is a leading research university, ranked 18th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Its Department of Geography and Resource Management is ranked 5th globally in the latest Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS).

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing in January 2027, renewable subject to good performance.

Applicants should submit the following documents in the online application: (1) a cover letter (2) curriculum vitae (including a complete list of publications along with journal impact factors) (3) copies of up to three relevant publications and (4) names and contact information of three referees.

Review of applications will commence on a rolling basis from mid-November 2026, until the post is filled.

Further information about the Department is available at . Further information about the position, please contact Associate Professor Benjamin Thompson ().

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit .